Free & Cheap Things to Do in Des Plaines, IL

  • The list below includes 666 free or cheap things to do in or near Des Plaines, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Arcades, Bowling and Mini Golf.
  • From Friendship Park Conservatory to Beck Lake Dog Friendly Area, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Des Plaines and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Evanston.
  • The list below includes 666 free or cheap things to do in or near Des Plaines, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Arcades, Bowling and Mini Golf.
  • From Friendship Park Conservatory to Beck Lake Dog Friendly Area, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Des Plaines and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Evanston.
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10.1 Miles
100% 4 votes
Parks 1-9 W Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg, IL 60193 MoreLess Info
Originally dedicated to men and women who have participated in the armed forces, Veterans Gateway Park is a community park that also functions as a gateway to Town Square. The park contains laser engraved bricks to commemorate individual veterans services.
10.2 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks 1200 Wilmette Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 MoreLess Info
The Wilmette Park District is a park district that features a community garden, a community play field, and a number of recreational parks. The district is also home to a youth soccer league.
10.2 Miles
78% 18 votes
Recreation Centers 1000 Grove Street, Evanston, IL 60201 MoreLess Info
The McGaw YMCA's amenities include exercise studios, Pilates studio, Racquetball courts, Treadmills, stair climbers, free weights, free wifi, gymnasium, two indoor pools, locker rooms and saunas. Instructional classes, summer camps, and public assistance programs and memberships are available.
10.2 Miles
92% 13 votes
Children's Play Area 404 Linden Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 MoreLess Info
Little ones can explore and learn in the hands-on play spaces at Growth Spurts. The play place offers different types of learning and play for different ages and stages as well as special classes for learning and interacting with others.
10.2 Miles
50% 12 votes
Children's Play Area 1230 N Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL 60195 MoreLess Info
An indoor bounce area and amusement center, Pump It Up of Schaumburg offers open play times as well as private birthday and other party rentals. The facility offers features like Glow Parties and Adventure Parties.
10.2 Miles
92% 12 votes
Bowling 80 West Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 MoreLess Info
The AMF Hoffman Lanes is a non-smoking bowling center with 32 lanes of bowling available. Other amenities include a bar with flat screen TVs, pool tables, and an on-site pro shop.
10.2 Miles
- 3 votes
Ice Skating 475 S Grace Street, Addison, IL 60101 MoreLess Info
Addison Ice Arena is an ice facility that hosts open skating, hockey leagues, and a variety of kinds of skating lessons. The facility has an NHL scale rink, an Olympic rink, and a restaurant.
10.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Landmarks 383 E Lake Street, Bloomingdale, IL 60108 MoreLess Info
Founded in the 1800's, the Valley of Chicago, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite is a lodge-style social club and recreation center. Views of old fashioned woodwork and historical items are featured along with various art and antiques.
10.2 Miles
- 0 votes
Skating Rinks 475 S Grace Street, Addison, IL 60101 MoreLess Info
Addison Ice Arena is an ice sports complex with one NHL rink and one Olympic rink that offers public skating, figure skating and hockey among other activities. It features a pro shop and a full-service bar and grill.
10.3 Miles
79% 140 votes
Mini Golf 21711 Milwaukee Ave, Lincolnshire, IL 60069 MoreLess Info
Dubbed the 'World's Most Unusual Golf Course,' Park-King Skill originated in the 50s in Morton Grove, Illinois. Now located in Lincolnshire, the facility features two 18-hole courses, 7 water holes and 19 moving obstacles.
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